Jamie H. Shaffer
April 02, 2022
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Jamie Harold Shaffer, 78, passed away April 2, 2022. Services will be held at Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Road in West Des Moines, IA on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. and the visitation one hour prior.
Jamie was born on March 18, 1944 in Lake City, Iowa to Agnes (Knudsen) and Harold Shaffer. He graduated from North High School and then Iowa State with a BS in Industrial Administration and then from Drake University with his Master’s degree in finance. Jamie served in the U.S. Army during Viet Nam and was stationed at Ft. Benning and Ft. Eustice.
His career took him to Allied Group from Treasurer to CFO and to Casey’s as their CFO.
Jamie was very active in the North High Scholarship program sending 14 kids to college. He held many positions with Link Associates as a devoted volunteer and was an avid traveler with a home in Kauai, Hawaii.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce; his sons, Eric and John; and his siblings, Richard (Karen) Shaffer and Mary Snell. Jamie was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial contributions may be directed to North High Polar Bear Scholarship Program.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Marilyn Mcbride
04/12/2022
I met Jim at Link Associates when I was Erics service coordinator. He was thoughtful, generous and always had time to talk with me. I admire his dedication not only to his family but also to the people Link assists. It was an honor to know him.
Cheryl Critelli
04/11/2022
Jim was a great mentor and wonderful friend at Allied Insurance! He had a quick wit, and we (the Crosser, Curran, Critelli team) learned much from him!
Jeni Sitterle
04/10/2022
I am so very sorry to hear of Jamies passing. It was my privilege to work with Jamie when I first started my career at Allied on the actuarial team. Jamie was a man of integrity with a dry sense of humor and so kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the days to come. God bless you all.
Ron German
04/10/2022
Dear Jovce and family,
I am saddened by Jim's passing. He was a wonderful, caring, giving soul. His love for family and his fellow man was inspirational. The generosity that the two of you showed the youth of the North High community has given many a graeter opportunity for achievement. I feel blessed to have had the pleasure knowing this special man.
Tammy Snell Rivas
04/09/2022
Joyce- I forgot something- one especially humorous memory- why grandpa quit putting Santa on the rooftop.the boys driving by waving.grandpa madly waving ( the ladder fell) stomping on the roofgrandma thinks love taps knock knock knock from her inside 🤨😁 we just cant make this stuff upI love you❤
Dr. Larry & Betty Martindale
04/09/2022
Dearest Joyce, John, Eric, Richard, Mary, and family:
It is so difficult to express both in person and in writing, the extreme loss that we all feel regarding the passing of one of our dearest and closest friends, Jamie Shaffer. Although our friendship together only began in 10th grade at dear old North high school, we both feel like weve been with you since day one in this lifes journey. My, my, my, we have had some marvelous times and certainly some challenges in our lives together. You have been a wonderful and inspirational couple to many as well as wonderful parents to John and Eric. To say that Jim love you beyond measure, would be an understatement. Jims service to our country as young Lieutenant platoon leader in Vietnam was remarkable and noteworthy. Jim was an exceedingly bright fun loving and a devoted family man who cherished his relationships with others and those he met along his journey in life. Everyone loved to be around Jamie. Our last trip in February to your beautiful home in Kauai was marvelous. Jim and I talked and laughed out loud until tears came to our eyes on our hikes and walks each day. He loved each of you so very much. As a couple and a family, you are most beloved by all. As you know, our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your entire family forever. One thing for certain, Jim is no longer suffering and is now in heaven smiling down upon us.
Tammy Snell Rivas
04/09/2022
Joyce,Eric &John,
How to say this-I have so much sorrow and love for you all. This last week, or month has been so difficult, my concern has been overwhelming on how to reach out and help.Now I need to offer love and support to all of you and say a few things from my heart. I have a lifetime of memories going back to early childhood, a trip to Atlanta,, a reel to reel tape played at grandparents house at Christmas on York street, from Vietnam.The many trips to Harlan to Great Grandpa Knutson for family reunions and the lake home in Missouri.Moms stories of your double dates with dad & mom, their cats growing up, which ones were Jamies and ice skating at Birdland when they were children.All the babysitting, the slideshow you shared of your safari.Then all you have done for the students at North High, such a gift, a pay it forward. Jamie looks so much like grandma and was so kind and giving, to his family, his sons and especially to his beloved wife, my dear Aunt Joyce.This loss is enormous, especially to you and the boys and I wish in my heart I could somehow help, I will always remember him as a hero, someone who would do anything to help anyone. Who loved you all deeply.Sincerely Tammy
Donna Smith
04/08/2022
Joyce and family,
My prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jim was such a man of integrity, kindness and generosity. I am privileged to have known and worked with him at ALLIED. Blessings to you.
Linda Dunshee
04/08/2022
Jim has been the most amazing supporter to every aspect of LInk Associates. He served tirelessly on our board of directors and our Foundation Board. He and his wife were incredibly generous with their financial support and definitely made the move to our new building possible. But never once did Jim fail to have encouragement, enthusiasm, wisdom, guidence and support. The face of Link is permanently shaped by his dedication. I am a better person and leader because of Jim and we are all forever in his debt. From all of us thank you and our love is with you. Linda Dunshee, Executive Director, Board, Foundation, staff and all served by Link Associates.
Phil and Linda Dunshee
04/08/2022
We were blessed and honored to have been friends of Jim and Joyce! So many treasured memories. Thru Link I spent a lot of time with Jim and no matter where we drove it reminded him of a story about is forever love for his treasured wife and his boys. I have never seen a man more proud of his family. You are all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers! Phil and Linda
Nate Puck
04/08/2022
Joyce:
You and Jim have been an incredible inspiration in my life, and I hope you know how much I value and appreciate everything you have given to me ,and my parents as well. I hope you find peace and comfort -I love you!!
Nate
Charlette Paxton Hradek
04/07/2022
I am so sorry to hear about Jamie. From all I hear, Jamie was an awesome man and will be greatly missed by many.
I'm sure you have many great memories. Sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
Jim German
04/07/2022
Dear Joyce and family,
There are few people who stand out from your school days and then remain true friends through time. You and Jim truly were that couple.
I am very proud to be your friend.
Jim was truly outstanding. He will be missed by all who knew him.
God bless
Patty Smith
04/07/2022
Joyce,
I wish there were a magic phrase or a magic pill to take away the pain that you feel. And I know that feeling all too well. I have agonized over what I could say or what I could do, and the truth of the matter is I found that words are just words. They must be written from the heart and order to have any bearing on the meaning of them. What I can tell you and what I can promise you is it no matter what you're feeling, if you ever need to talk, vent, or just release any emotion; I will be there. I will listen ever so intently unless you ask I won't offer advice or feeling. Because sometimes we just need that one person they can take the load for a little while and I will be that person for you!
This time I remember being told that only someone that has experienced it can understand. In a way it's true, but another way your solace can be in your sons for up your arms around them and hold them because they will always hold you up! My dear lady I love you I have always loved you and I will always pray that God hold you tight in His arms!♥💗🙏
My little family loves you and God loves you! We are our eyes are finite and God's are infinite!